Anyone know if Guy Martin made the start? I can't find him on Track leaders?

Just been announced, Guy Martin has thrown his hat into the ring for this years race! The name probably won't mean a lot to people unless you're a Brit, but hes a GWR holder, 24 solo racer, etc etc.

http://singletrackworld.com/2016/01/guy-martin-skips-2016-tt-to-do-the-tour-divide/

Sorry, another question. Did anybody buy the 100 gram (the very small ones) gas canisters whilst they were at the start? I'm taking my cooker as I like a coffee or 2 before getting on the bike in the mornings (I need my coffee!). The cans are on the no fly list so I will have to source them locally. It also means I'm not reliant on making it to towns for opnen and closing times.

Google says there are campsites in the vicinity, but none of the websites say what they stock.

Sorry for the slow response, my router decided it was time to visit Silicone Heaven.

Thanks all for the responses, it gives me options.

Hi I'm Simon, and I'm a Brit. Just found out about bikepacking after a foray into the South Downs Way in England. I found this forum after googling the Tuscany Trail after reading a blog on this years event.

I'm an experianced hill walker /  camper and have bushcraft skills (looks like they will be usefull for this game).

I've got back into cycling after giving up smoking earlier this year, and I can tell you its no cheaper!

Hi All, I just found this place after reading Gaby's blog about this event, and have targeted it for my challenge / goal next year. Although I'm already scared by the first 200kms!

I have a question for those that flew in, what did you do with your bike bags /  bike protection? The airlines at my local airposts insist bikes are bagged.